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I give because a commitment I give to the Cleveland I donate my time and money to
without my time, attention or Metropolitan Bar Foundation the Bar Foundation because
money is nothing more than a because I believe in the I know that my donations
passing thought. Foundation’s “Lawyers Giving support meaningful programs
– Christopher P. Thorman, Back” public outreach and pro that have a major, lasting impact
Thorman Petrov Group Co., LPA bono programs, and because I on our Cleveland community.
know that the money I give is having a direct, The Foundation’s strong support of the Bar’s BAr fOUndA
positive impact on people’s lives. educational initiatives with local high school
It’s great to see enthusiastic – Patrick J. Krebs, Taft Stettinius & students is especially important to me, as our
lawyers working together Hollister LLP volunteer lawyers are helping to mold the future
to create opportunities leaders of our city (and, hopefully, some future
for individuals and our lawyers too!).
community. That’s why I am I contribute to the Foundation – Kevin P. Donoughe, Fifth Third Bank Corp
proud to support the Justice for All because it has been my good
initiatives of the CMBF. fortune to witness first hand not
– Michael G. Riley, McDonald Hopkins LLC only the amazing programs which As lawyers, we “give back” by
are funded by the Foundation; but supporting the Foundation
the dramatic real-world impact those to fund the CMBA programs
I give to provide an example of programs have on the lives of a vast spectrum of to educate our youth and
attorneys giving back to the people throughout Northeast Ohio. encourage careers in law, and TIOn
community and to encourage – John F. Kostelnik, Frantz Ward LLP the pro bono legal services enabling
other attorneys to do likewise. individuals access to the legal system they
– John W. Lebold, Sherwin-Williams would not otherwise have.
I give because I feel obligated – Rosemary Sweeney, Buckley King
do what I can to provide
I give to the Foundation because opportunities to others in my
it aids our organization’s community. I give because I give to the Foundation for the
continued support and growth I derive great satisfaction good of the community and
of ongoing programs, which from seeing those opportunities because of what the Cleveland
not only change individuals’ afforded. And I give to the Bar Foundation Metropolitan Bar Association
lives, but positively impact our specifically because I know my contribution does to improve our community.
community as a whole. is being maximized by fellow members of our – Mary Catherine Barrett
– Leslie E. Wargo, Wargo Law, LLC very strong and interconnected Bar.
– Nicholas A. DiCello, Spangenberg Shibley & As you can see, there are many reasons why people
Liber LLP give to the Foundation, whether or not they are
It’s easy to give to the CMBF once lawyers. I give to the Foundation to make a difference.
you appreciate the dedication One person can make a difference. Even better is
and hard work of the CMBA It’s a genuine privilege to what one person can do in combination with others.
staff, the vision and generosity contribute to the CMBF’s I am impressed by the thoughtful collaboration of the
of board members, the energy important educational Foundation and how it stays relevant by watching
and enthusiasm of volunteering and pro bono programs for changing needs in the community and taking
attorneys and, most importantly, the many that generously support action to address those needs. The ways in which the
positive outcomes for the students involved in so many people in our local Foundation is making a difference are as many and
our programs. Cleveland community. varied as the donors who contribute to it.
– David M. Paris, Nurenberg Paris – Michael Cavanaugh When you see them, please thank these and
the other members of the CMBF board for their
philanthropic spirit, and for acting on it. They make
For me volunteerism and I’m proud to be a Trustee of, and it possible for the CMBF to deliver the diversity, pro
gift gifting is something my offer my support to, the Bar bono, and community service programs which are
parents nurtured in our family Foundation because it stands designed to serve unmet needs in our community.
from the time of my earliest alone in its commitment to They are making a real and lasting impact.
recollection. I found great eliminating barriers to the law
satisfaction in making a difference and bettering the justice system,
through fundraising, gifting and leadership not only by educating citizens who might be Stephanie Dutchess Trudeau is a partner at Ulmer & Berne
by example. The CMBA and CMBF have affected by the system, but by establishing LLP where she has been a trial lawyer for 33 years. She is
provided us all with outstanding programs programs aimed at reminding students that President of the Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Foundation,
to support and make a difference in changing they have every ability, and every right, to and a Fellow. Recognized by The Best Lawyers In America,
the perceptions of lawyers in general. become the lawyers and judges who will one and certified as a Specialist in Employment and Labor Law,
Participation in these programs helps give day change the world. she prosecutes and defends trade secrets and non-compete
me personal satisfaction and a vehicle for – Jeffrey J. Lauderdale, The Lubrizol cases. Stephanie’s expertise includes discrimination,
continuing an important family tradition. Corporation harassment, retaliation, whistleblower and all wrongful
– Lynn A. Lazzaro, Lazzaro Law Office discharge theories. She has been a CMBA member since
1985. She can be reached at strudeau@ulmer.com.
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